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Joseph Allen Beagle passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2025 in Ephrata, WA at the age of 93. Joe was born in Trego Montana to Orla and Dortha Beagle. A graduate of Libby Montana High School, Joe went on to serve in the Air Force April 1955 to May 1960. Joe worked in the logging industry in California before moving with his family to Electric City WA in 1988. Here, he raised 4 of his 10 children. His days were filled with watching his children in sports, summer camping trips, working, and... Full story
Susan Lane Mitchell, nee' Dickens, 86, passed away peacefully on November 9th, 2024 in Kennewick Washington. Susan was born on July 31st, 1938, in Las Vegas, Nevada to William Dickens and Willie Jacqueline Dickens, nee' Keaton, she was the sister to Judith Carson of Anchorage Alaska. Susan graduated from Boulder City High School in Boulder City Nevada in 1956. Susan married Joseph Martin Mitchell in Saint Andrew's Catholic Church in Boulder City. Their marriage lasted 64 years, upon the passing... Full story
Vera Benton passed away on January 25, 2025 in Grand Coulee, Washington. Vera is survived by her brother Melvin Harrell Sr., sister Alma Harrell, and many nephews and nieces. Vera is preceded in death by her husband Joe Benton, parents Landy and Elliton Harrell, Nolan Harrell, Landy Harrell Jr, Carolyn Harrell, and Diane Harrell. Memorial service to honor Vera Benton life will be held at 11:00 on Saturday February 15th, at the LDS Church, 806 Spruce St, Coulee Dam WA 99116.... Full story
Jewel Ellen McGuire of Grand Coulee Passed away surrounded by her loving family on January 20th, 2025, at Coulee Medical Center, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Jewel was born in Goldendale Washington on December 23rd, 1960 to Lowell and Cora McGuire. Jewel was a loving mother of three Misty Shockley, Kenny (Kristina) Shockley, Jennifer (Richard) Hand. She was also an amazing Nana to her six grandchildren Gage, Kolton, Nevaeh, Samuel, Jaxson, and Emmett. Jewel grew up running the roads... Full story
Jean Graff passed away peacefully at The Cottages in Spokane, Washington, on January 17, 2025. With the given name of Emma Jean Iva, she was born March 18, 1927, to Edward and Iva (Sherman) Bammerlin on the family ranch near Burton, Nebraska. She went to a one-room country school until high school, when she moved in with her grandmother in Springview, Nebraska, during school weeks. After graduating high school in 1944, she attended business school for a short time until she got a federal job wor... Full story
Kathleen Proctor, Grand Coulee, Washington, passed away on January 2, 2025, at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee. Born on May 19, 1952, in Heppner, Oregon, Kathleen was the daughter of William and Ellen (Webb) Conboy. She grew up in a farming family and attended school in Glenwood, Washington. Kathleen later attended Blue Mountain Community College and earned her teaching degree from Eastern Oregon University. On June 24, 1972, she married Gordon Proctor in White Salmon, Washington.... Full story
Kathleen Proctor passed away on January 2, 2025, at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee, WA. She was a resident of Grand Coulee, WA. Born on May 19, 1952, in Heppner, OR, Kathleen was the daughter of William and Ellen (Webb) Conboy. She grew up in a farming family and attended school in Glenwood, WA. Kathleen later attended Blue Mountain Community College and earned her teaching degree from Eastern Oregon University. On June 24, 1972, she married Gordon Proctor in White Salmon, WA. Kathleen... Full story
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeanne “Punkin” Marie (Toulou) Pachosa, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, beloved sister, and treasured friend to many. Jeanne passed away December 25, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on October 21, 1953, Jeanne was a proud member of the Colville Confederated Tribes Arrow Lakes Band. She married the love of her life, Jack Anthony Pachosa, on December 26, 1970, and together they built a beautiful life filled with love, laughter, and steadfast faith over... Full story
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeanne “Punkin” Marie (Toulou) Pachosa, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, beloved sister, and treasured friend to many. Jeanne passed away December 25, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on October 21, 1953, Jeanne was a proud member of the Colville Confederated Tribes Arrow Lakes Band. She married the love of her life, Jack Anthony Pachosa, on December 26, 1970, and together they built a beautiful life filled with love, laughter, and steadfast faith over... Full story
D Delores Jean Mueller, 91, died on December 17, 2024, in Spokane, Washington. Jean was born on May 20, 1933, in Wagner, South Dakota, to William (Bill) McCabe and Emma LaBarge McCabe, and spent her childhood in Lake Andes, South Dakota before graduating as a Registered Nurse from Sacred Heart School of Nursing in Yankton, SD. In 1955, she married Robert (Bob) Mueller in Lake Andes, and they began their life together in Huron, SD where Bob worked for the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. Their... Full story
Mark James Atchison passed into the waiting arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ on Saturday December 21, 2024. He was born in Omak, Washington January 23, 1973, to Edna (Atchison) Hauser and Robert Woods. Mark grew up in Coulee Dam, attending school there with many who have remained lifelong friends. He basked in the love and attention provided by his loving grandparents and family. He was a long-time resident of the Coulee area, having worked as a teen for Coulee Hardware, and later in life in... Full story
Sandra E. Green, 84, from Grand Coulee, Washington, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2024. She was born in Mandan, North Dakota on July 27, 1940, and moved to Spokane, Washington with her family when she was a little girl. Sandra was the mother of three children, Greg Edmunds (and wife, Dawn Edmunds) of Osburn, Idaho, Debbie Van Brunt of Rockville, Maryland, and Brenda Edmunds of Spokane, Washington. She was grandmother to seven: Sarah, Matthew, Meghann, Jeremy, Rachael, Joshua, and... Full story
Ivetta Jane Morgan was born in 1936 to Clifford and Mary (Hansen) Morgan at her Grandmother Hansen's home near Lebanon, MO. She died December 14, 2024 at home with her loving family beside her. From Missouri, Ivetta's parents moved for a year to CA, and in 1948 the family moved to Electric City, WA. Ivetta graduated at Grand Coulee, WA as Salutatorian of her class. Robert Eylar and Ivetta were married Sept. 10, 1955 and moved frequently while he was employed by the Bureau of Reclamation,... Full story
Chris quietly passed away while working under his truck in the garage. Just a door opening away with his little dog curled around him. He was a strong, fast worker when not in pain. Finally his four years of suffering with pancreatic cancer were over.My thoughts immediately went back to when he was a little boy, always teasing, laughing, and full of fun. I married Jim Carzoli the summer after graduation.He was in the Air Force at Moses Lake. Chris was our third child. We had four children and li... Full story
Marline Minor, Coulee Dam, 64, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2024. Arrangements are being made by Barnes Chapel, Brewster, Wash....
David Michael Bjorson, a man whose laughter and compassionate spirit touched everyone's heart, went home to the Lord on Sunday, November 3, 2024. A celebration of life will be held at the Wilbur High School Multipurpose room on Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 1pm.... Full story
Bob Schryvers was born on November 6, 1932, and was carried peacefully to the arms of Jesus Christ, on November 14, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held at Faith Community Church on November 30th at 2:00 p.m.... Full story
Johnny Ray Crawford was born on November 28, 1936 in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, one of 5 children born to Clyde & Ola Crawford. On Wednesday, November 13, 2024 he went to heaven to be with his wife Catherine (Cathy) and his sons Brian & Jon. On May 17, 1955 Johnny married Cathy Center in Olathe, Kansas and started their family of 6 children. Eventually they moved the family to Naches, WA where they bought an orchard of 40 acres. Johnny was a hard worker. He was a logger for 15 years and had... Full story
David Michael Bjorson, a man whose laughter and compassionate spirit touched everyone's heart, went home to the Lord on Sunday, November 3, 2024. Born in Grand Coulee, Washington to Dale and Robin Bjorson, on November 24, 1981, David was a light in this world from the very beginning. He spent his final days in Wilbur, a place that he called home, where he built a life full of love and community. David embraced life with an adventurous soul that resonated with everyone blessead enough to know... Full story
Winona Winn "Wendi" Simons, beloved friend and family member, passed away peacefully at her home in Coulee Dam, WA, on November 12, 2023, at the age of 54 due to heart failure. Born in Spokane, WA, on August 9, 1969, Wendi was the cherished daughter of Karen Simons. She grew up in the Coulee Dam area, graduating from Lake Roosevelt High School in 1988. With a dream of a career in broadcasting, Wendi moved to Spokane to attend Bailie School of Broadcast, where she graduated and began her career... Full story
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Gary Allen Lesser, 82, of Keller, Washington. Gary was born on January 17, 1942, in Spokane, Washington. He graduated in 1960 from Springdale High School. He worked at Keller School as a bus driver for over 20 years. Gary was an avid hunter,a hardworker and loved working with his hands and building stuff. He liked browsing ebay for parts for his projects and was always looking to buy and sell. He enjoyed listening to country music, and...
Farming towards the sunset: A celebration of life for Dale will be held at 2pm, Sat., Oct. 5 at the Childers' farm 1531 Childers Rd, E, Almira. Please join us as we share some of our favorite memories and stories remembering Dale whohe is greatly missed. Food and drink will be provided. Dale loved desserts. Feel free to bring a dessert.... Full story
Dale Rodney Childers (Chili) was born on March 21, 1956 in Spokane, Washington at Sacred Heart hospital. He passed away August 9, 2024 Dale is survived by his significant other Marlene Millikan, his daughter Chelsea (Lance), granddaughters Sawyer and Kenzi Baltzell and Croix Kendall (Lance). His son Dakota (Jamie) and grandson Dustin. He is survived by his mother Lora Belle Childers, his sisters Deanna (Terry), Danette and Delora (Bob). Dale graduated from Almira High School in 1974 where he par... Full story
Jeffrey Alexander Brent, age 78, passed away at his home in Electric City, WA., the evening of September 9, 2024. He had been in ill health for some time. Jeff was born in Ironton, MO., November 4, 1945, to James Alexander Brent and Catherine Chloe (Scott) Brent. At a young age he moved with his mother and two sisters to Northern California. He graduated from Berkely High School in 1963, then went on to San Jose State College, graduating in 1968. He studied journalism but soon decided it wasn't... Full story
Retired Vietnam Veteran Nolan Harrell passed away September 3rd, at the age of 81. His partner for many years Angela was by his side to the end. Nolan is survived by his brother Melvin Harrell Sr., sister Vera (Harrell) Benton, sister Alma Harrell, and many nephews and nieces. A funeral service to honor Nolan Harrell life will be held at 1:00pm, on September 23rd at Banbury Crematorium, Southam Rd, Banbury OX16 1 ST UK. Webcast details: cut and paste it into WhatsApp Website:... Full story